Financial Specialist 13

Responsibilities

The incumbent collaborates closely with BOA financial management staff to develop and monitor annual budgets and spending plans for the Training Division, including oversight of the Northern and Southern regions. Responsibilities include preparing routine budget projections, managing expenditures and revenues, and ensuring fiscal activities align with state policies and regulations. The position oversees procurement processes, ensuring compliance with DTMB and MDOC purchasing guidelines, and serves as a key liaison with external contractors, including food service, maintenance, and construction vendors. Additionally, the Financial Specialist ensures timely and accurate processing of payments and purchases, maintaining fiscal integrity and accountability across all Division operations.

Requirements

• Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher in any major with at least 12 semester (18 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: accounting, finance, or economics.
• Experience: Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Financial Analyst; including two years equivalent to a Financial Analyst P11, Accountant P11, or Auditor P11 or one year equivalent to a Financial Analyst 12, Accountant 12, or Auditor 12.
• Alternate Education and Experience: Possession of a Certificate in Public Accounting (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Financial Analyst P11 experience.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include possession of a bachelor's degree or higher in any major with at least 12 semester (18 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: accounting, finance, or economics. Professional experience equivalent to a Financial Analyst is also required, with additional requirements for alternate education and experience.

Skills

Skills required for this position include proficiency in fiscal management, budgetary planning, and compliance with state policies and regulations. The ability to manage expenditures and revenues, oversee procurement processes, and serve as a key liaison with external contractors are essential.

Benefits

The Michigan Department of Corrections is a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer, offering benefits and services to support military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically full-time.